Mushroom Barley Soup

Cozy up with a warm and hearty bowl of Mushroom Barley Soup, the perfect combination of wholesome, earthy flavors and satisfying comfort food. This one-pot recipe is brimming with tender pearl barley, savory cremini mushrooms, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, all simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth infused with thyme and bay leaf. Ready in just over an hour, this nutrient-packed, plant-based soup is easy to prepare and perfect for meal prepping or serving a crowd. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and enjoy this nourishing, vegan-friendly dish that's as comforting as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 pieces Celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 12 ounces Cremini or white button mushrooms, sliced
• 0.75 cup Pearl barley, rinsed
• 8 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their liquid and begin to brown.

Step 5

Stir in the pearl barley, vegetable broth, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the barley is tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2740.6 grams (2740.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1356

Total Fat 46.60g	60%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7038mg	306%
Total Carbohydrate 200.40g	73%
Dietary Fiber 40.00g	143%
Total Sugars 47.50g
Protein 51.50g	103%

Vitamin D 34IU	170%
Calcium 427mg	33%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 5518mg	117%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.4%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 56.2%